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Internet and Networking

The Internet interconnects computer systems around the world through a global network. It has several key features, including accessibility from anywhere in the world, ease of use through simple browser software, low development and maintenance costs, flexibility in communication forms like text and video, and ability to extend existing IT technologies and security systems. However, prolonged use can pose health risks like repetitive strain injury, eye strain, back problems, and headaches if proper ergonomics and safety precautions are not followed. These include taking regular breaks, ensuring proper posture and workstation setup, avoiding glare, and having eye exams. E-safety is also important to avoid online dangers like sharing private information or electrocution.

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Internet and Networking

The Internet interconnects computer systems around the world through a global network. It has several key features, including accessibility from anywhere in the world, ease of use through simple browser software, low development and maintenance costs, flexibility in communication forms like text and video, and ability to extend existing IT technologies and security systems. However, prolonged use can pose health risks like repetitive strain injury, eye strain, back problems, and headaches if proper ergonomics and safety precautions are not followed. These include taking regular breaks, ensuring proper posture and workstation setup, avoiding glare, and having eye exams. E-safety is also important to avoid online dangers like sharing private information or electrocution.

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Internet

 Internet is a system that interconnects the


different computer systems across the world.
Features
Featuresof
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Internet

The following are the features of internet


Accessibility
An Internet is a global service and accessible to all.
Today, people located in a remote part of an island
or interior of Africa can also use Internet.
Easy to Use
The software, which is used to access the Internet
(web browser), is designed very simple; therefore,
it can be easily learned and used. It is easy to
develop.
Interaction with Other Media
 Internet service has a high degree of interaction

with other media. For example, News and other


magazine, publishing houses have extended
their business with the help of Internet services.
Low Cost
 The development and maintenance cost of

Internet service are comparatively low.


Extension of Existing IT Technology
 This facilitates the sharing of IT technology by multiple

users in organizations and even facilitates other trading


partners to use.
Flexibility of Communication
 Communication through Internet is flexible enough. It

facilitates communication through text, voice, and video


too. These services can be availed at both organizational
and individual levels.
Security
 Last but not the least, Internet facility has to a certain

extent helped the security system both at the individual and


national level with components such as CCTV camera, etc.
Diagram;1 internet connection
LAPTOP
TRANSMITTER
EMAILING

CYBER SPACE
FIREWALL
Word globe

SERVER COMPUTER

ROUTER SOCIAL NETWORKS


Health and safety in using ICT tools

The following are example of health and safety precautions



 Ensure that the room you are using is well ventilated.

 Use monitors which don't flicker

 Have blinds at the windows so that the sun doesn't shine
directly on the screen

 Use suitable lights that disperse light evenly and don't shine
on the screen

 Use a screen filter

 Keep your eyes at least 18 inches from the screen

 Regularly look away from the screen and focus on something
in the distance

 Take regular breaks - at least 5 minutes break every hour

 Have regular eye tests and wear glasses if prescribed
CONT’


 Ensure workstation and chair are at the correct height

 Support wrists by using wrist rests

 Keep elbows close to your sides

 Five minute break from typing at least every hour

 Use a fully adjustable chair. The height of the chair and the
seat position should be easy to change.

 Use a foot rest so that the legs are kept at a more natural angle

 Use a monitor which is adjustable. Position it so that the neck
doesn't have to bend.

 Take regular breaks and walk about.
Health hazards associated with
using ICT tools
 Repetitive strain injury (RSI),
 Eye strain,
 Back problems,
 Circulation problem
 headaches
 wrist pain
 neck pain
 Electrocution.
 Tripping
Electrocution
Fire
USES OF INTERNET
Web Browsers
Search Engine
E-Safety

 E-safety is all about knowing how to use the


internet safely and responsibly.
 It also relate the sensible steps you need to

take while online, in order to avoid any


problem.
For Example: What to do and What not to do in
internet.
Dangers of Communicating Over the Internet
HOW TO USE INTERNET SAFELY

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